Resident Advocate and Admission Coordinator

1 week ago


Columbus, United States Heinzerling Community Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Join Our Team at Heinzerling Community

About Us: Heinzerling Community has been a cornerstone of exceptional care for over 60 years, serving hundreds of children and adults with severe and profound developmental disabilities. We are committed to offering top-quality care and support, focusing on person-centered approaches and community integration to create fulfilling experiences for those we serve.

Position Summary: We are seeking a dedicated Resident Advocate and Admission Coordinator to champion the rights and wellbeing of our residents at all times. This role plays a crucial part in evaluating and ensuring the appropriate level of care for new residents, maintaining communication with families and guardians, and managing the admission and discharge processes. The ideal candidate will thrive in a role where compassion, organization, and regulatory compliance are essential.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Act as the primary liaison between Heinzerling Community, residents' families, protective services, and Service and Support Administrators.
  • Assess prospective residents' needs through comprehensive evaluations to determine suitability for facility placement.
  • Coordinate admissions meetings and facilitate visitations for prospective residents.
  • Ensure compliance with county and state admission regulations for smooth transitions.
  • Assist families with Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security, and insurance paperwork.
  • Obtain necessary consents from guardians upon admission and as required.
  • Prepare and maintain social histories for residents, participating in major unusual incident processes.
  • Collaborate with teams to review and update the Ohio Individual Service Plan and conduct Annual Options Counseling.
  • Manage residents' financial accounts for individual purchases and oversee inventory distribution.
  • Serve as the liaison with the Ohio Department of Disabilities for level of care evaluations.
  • Conduct training sessions on residents' rights and provide information during staff orientations.
  • Keep supervisors informed on census updates and efforts to fill vacancies.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field from an accredited college or university.
  • Minimum of two years of related experience and/or training, preferably with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
  • Ability to pass the DODD test for level of care evaluations.
  • Current licensure to practice social work in the state of Ohio preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

  • Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with diverse groups.
  • Proficiency in reading, interpreting, and applying regulations and procedures.
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  • Comfortable handling sensitive information with discretion and diplomacy.

Join our compassionate team dedicated to enhancing the lives of our residents and their families. If you're passionate about advocacy and social work, apply today to make a meaningful impact in our community.

To learn more about our community and apply, watch our YouTube video "Welcome to Heinzerling Community." Heinzerling Community is a Substance-Free Workplace and does not accommodate drug or medical marijuana use.

Salary: Starting at $55,520 per year, commensurate with experience.



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